JOE Pulley, the manager of Saltash United's East Cornwall Premier League team, has stepped down and will be replaced by his assistant Stewart Cawte, with Nathan Holliday as his No.2.

Said Pulley: 'With regret, due to a wish to coach more and maybe play a few games, I have stepped down and will be looking to new pastures next year.

'I wish Stewart Cawte and Nathan Holliday a successful season and hope the club and players give them the support and backing I received.'

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